Mechanical Engineering - Thermodynamics - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Thermodynamics - Section 5 (Q.No. 25)
25.
According to Kelvin-Planck's statement, a perpetual motion of the __________ is impossible.
first kind
second kind
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Rajesh said:   9 years ago
Any device that violates the first or the second law of thermodynamics is called a perpetual motion machine.

Perpetual machine of the first kind: produces more energy than supplied.

Perpetual motion machine of the second kind : Allows the efficiency of cyclic heat engines to approach 100%.
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Satya said:   9 years ago
Please explain what is first kind & second kind?

Deepak said:   8 years ago
@Samir.

They are an imaginary type, not existing.

Samir said:   8 years ago
Could anyone give us some examples?

Shakti said:   8 years ago
Thanks. Very good explanation.

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